Nephrology Physician

Altru Health System; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 230,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Altru Health System in Grand Forks, ND, invites a Nephrologist to join a collaborative team of nephrologists and APPs. The role blends clinic and inpatient responsibilities with a weekly call schedule, and offers regional outreach opportunities to support surrounding communities.

Candidates must be Board Eligible/Certified in Nephrology and hold MD/DO licenses in ND and MN. A strong referral base and work‑life balance are emphasized at Altru.

Qualifications

• Doctorate within specified field of medical practice from respective accredited school.
• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Nephrology
• Licensed MD/DO in ND and MN

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, provides diagnosis and treatment of patients of Altru Health System who present with injuries or illnesses. Counsels patients and advises on preventative healthcare measures.
• Exercises Doctor's own judgment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients consistent with Altru’s policies and standards.
• Achieves the Altru Health System Patient Engagement and Quality & Safety goals established on an annual basis. Participates in activities and support department goals as defined by department on an annual basis.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation ensuring quality patient care and assurance of appropriate reimbursements to Altru Health System.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Board Eligible/Board Certified in Nephrology

Licensed MD/DO in ND and MN

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location:

Altru Clinic1300 S. Columbia Rd.Grand Forks, ND 58201

Summary:

Nephrologist – Altru Health System

Grand Forks, North Dakota

Position Highlights

• Join a collaborative team of Nephrologists and experienced APPs
• Balanced practice with both clinic and inpatient responsibilities
• Call requirement: 1 week per month, primarily telephone call
• Opportunities for regional outreach to support patients in surrounding communities
• Strong referral base with steady, consistent patient volume

What We Offer

• Supportive, team-focused practice environment
• Consistent scheduling and work-life balance

Requirements

• Board Eligible/Board Certified in Nephrology
• Licensed MD/DO in ND and MN

Contact

Michelle Chavez, Provider Recruiter, [e-mail]

Essential Job Functions

• Evaluates, provides diagnosis and treatment of patients of Altru Health System who present with injuries or illnesses. Counsels patients and advises on preventative healthcare measures.

• Exercises Doctor's own judgment in the diagnosis and treatment of patients consistent with Altru’s policies and standards.

• Achieves the Altru Health System Patient Engagement and Quality & Safety goals established on an annual basis. Participates in activities and support department goals as defined by department on an annual basis.

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation ensuring quality patient care and assurance of appropriate reimbursements to Altru Health System.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Doctorate within specified field of medical practice from respective accredited school.
• Must be admissible to sit for either the Canadian or American Board or be certified by the Canadian Board and are members of either the Royal College of Physicians or Royal College of Surgeons, American board certification or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) board certification. Board certification in area of specialty must be obtained within five years of employment
• Be legally licensed to practice medicine in North Dakota and/or Minnesota, depending on the location of the practice to which they are assigned

Language Requirements

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands

• Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Walk: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Rarely (1-4%)
• Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (<10 pounds)
• Carry: Sedentary (<10 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Sedentary (<10 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Sedentary (<10 pounds)

Working Conditions

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Not Applicable
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position

Infrequent DriverReference ID: R1358

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)